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Electric Vehicles Now Rival Hypercars in Acceleration
automotive22 days ago

Electric Vehicles Now Rival Hypercars in Acceleration

Jalopnik identifies 12 electric vehicles capable of reaching 60 mph in 3.5 seconds or less, highlighting how EVs have surpassed traditional supercar performance metrics. The list ranges from the Lucid Air Sapphire, which hits 60 mph in 1.89 seconds, to the Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance at 3.4 seconds. Key models include the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT, Audi RS e-tron GT performance, and Rivian R1T Quad. While these vehicles offer exceptional speed, trade-offs exist in range, handling, or price, with the Lucid Air Sapphire costing $250,500 and the Volvo EX30 starting at $46,345.

Lucid Air Sapphire Outpaces Supercars in 0-200-0 mph Test
automotive2 months ago

Lucid Air Sapphire Outpaces Supercars in 0-200-0 mph Test

Car and Driver's instrumented 0-200-0 mph test revealed that the Lucid Air Sapphire electric sedan significantly outperformed the Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X and McLaren 750S. The Lucid completed the run in 25.7 seconds, finishing 6.1 seconds ahead of the Corvette and 12 seconds ahead of the McLaren. Despite the supercars' superior braking capabilities due to lower weight, the Lucid's massive power output and aerodynamic efficiency allowed it to reach 200 mph much faster, securing the overall victory.

"Lucid Air Sapphire Sets New Record as Fastest Production Sedan in 1/4 Mile"
automotive2 years ago

"Lucid Air Sapphire Sets New Record as Fastest Production Sedan in 1/4 Mile"

The customer-owned Lucid Air Sapphire has set a new world record for the quickest production sedan, completing the quarter-mile in just 8.930 seconds with an exit speed of 154 mph. With a 1.77-second 0-60 mph time and impressive acceleration, the car's drag racing capabilities have been validated in independent runs, showcasing its ability to compete with hypercars. The video also highlights the car's well-thought-out design, including its track mode options, efficient battery pre-conditioning, and car-to-car charging for easier battery refilling at the strip.

"Porsche Taycan Turbo GT: The New Electric Speed Champion"
automotive2 years ago

"Porsche Taycan Turbo GT: The New Electric Speed Champion"

Porsche has introduced the Taycan Turbo GT, a version of its electric sedan designed to outperform the Tesla Model S Plaid and Lucid Air Sapphire in a straight line, with specs that show it was benchmarked against the Plaid. The Turbo GT boasts up to 1,092 horsepower and can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 2.3 seconds, but faces stiff competition from the Plaid's lower weight and higher torque, as well as the Sapphire's quicker acceleration and higher top speed. Porsche's decades of racing experience are evident in the Turbo GT's impressive track performance, outpacing the Plaid and setting a quicker lap time at Laguna Seca. While the Plaid remains unbeatable in terms of bang for the buck, the Turbo GT excels in track performance and driving experience.